Vibe Coding Codex · CH 3

Local Build Execution

Directing AI copilots inside Cursor IDE, Claude Code CLI, and Antigravity

⏱️ 8 min read·Updated Jul 2026

Chapter 3: Local Build Execution

Once your spec is locked and your prompt loops are designed, execution moves to local developer tools.

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1. Environment Harness Setup

Whether using Cursor IDE, Claude Code CLI, or Google Antigravity, ensure your local workspace is configured with:

  • Root context files (AGENTS.md, CLAUDE.md, .cursorrules).
  • A running local dev server (npm run dev).
  • Active terminal inspection tools.

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